FTD strikes earlier in life than other dementias, which can devastate family relationships, finances and even the health of caregivers. This section will help you manage the challenges of an FTD diagnosis.

A Rare Form of Dementia Slowly Took My Husband and Made Me a Widow at 36. But These 9 Words Changed How I Lived

August 9, 2016

Mother of four children and FTD advocate, Tia Singer Willin, tells her harrowing story about how FTD took the life of her husband, Ryan, at the young age of 38. She explains in heartbreaking detail how his personality drastically changed, and no one could accurately diagnose what was causing his erratic behavior. All of the years trying to figure out what was wrong, she and her family lost valuable time. Read her story here.